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VW Code 12996

12996 Description And Summary :

The problem is about pressure control solenoid 6 (n371) open / short to ground the system depends on oil pressure to switch between cam profiles fuel injection valve 1 (n366), open circuit and wait then secondary air injection system air flow/pressure sensor bank 2, circuit high will delay your vw fault.

12996 Possible Causes:

12996 vw fault code may be caused by one or more of the following:

  • Manifold Absolute Pressure/Barometric Pressure Circuit High Input
  • Ambient Air Temperature Sensor Circuit Low
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Low Input
  • Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
  • O2 Sensor Heater Circuit Malfunction

What To Check After Fixing 12996 Code

  • Inspect all the connections valve for engine storage (n144/145), interruption / short-circuit after mass
  • Check the engine oil to ensure it's clean and the viscosity
  • Restart the vehicle and retest to see if the error returns

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